What is oxidation state of iron in [Fe(H2O)5NO]2+?
A
1
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B
2
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C
3
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D
None of these
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Solution
The correct option is A 1 Here, since H2O is neutral ligand, it's oxidation state will be zero. NO has charge of +1 and total complex compound has a charge of +2 thus the oxidation state of iron in this compound will be 1.